I have scars on my legs due to insect bites, scabs, etc. Im usualy not bothered by them but lately, I seem to be getting more scars. I was wondering if anyone uses any homemade cream/treatment to get rid of scars. Or maybe any recommended scar cream that is not too expensive. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks.
2006-10-23 06:54:06 · 10 answers · asked by puzzledgirl 1 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Skin Conditions
Massage your scars--(not scabs--make sure your skin is NOT open with a wound) with anything oily/greasy--doesn't have to be anything special--olive oil or whatever. This works best with scars that are on the newish side---2 weeks to 3 months, but can be effective with older scars as well. It will help soften and reduce the scars somewhat. Try to do it for a few minutes several times per day--I realise this isn't necessarily convenient.
On a more expensive note, you can get silicone gel sheets from a pharmacy and apply as instructed and as tolerated. It will flatten the scars.
Pressure garments also work, but I'm sure that's a bit of overkill in your case.
Keep your scars out of the sun--it will deepen the colour of the scar and they will resist fading and be more noticeable over time.
2006-10-23 10:03:50 · answer #1 · answered by lil sal 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are medical cosmetics for scar coverage. Ask your doctor. I think the Red Cross have some involvement with it too, I know they run classes on how to use the make up.
Dermabland is good too, the web site is below.
2006-10-23 06:59:20 · answer #2 · answered by huggz 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm sorry but there's no way to get rid of the cuts. Even after they heal, the scars won't go away.
2016-03-28 05:07:36 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've heard that an herbal oil from the calendula plant is good for scars, but I've never tried it.
2006-10-23 07:05:10 · answer #4 · answered by who_me? 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Use tissue oil for recent scars...
2006-10-23 06:55:27 · answer #5 · answered by Coyote 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you can try getting mederma. it's at any drug stores, such as walgreens, walmart, meijers, or cbs. it's not that expensive, its around 14$ for a tube. it's been recommended by many doctors.
2006-10-26 11:27:40 · answer #6 · answered by ursosexxii 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i know of a cream that will hid em it called dermablend aslo cocnut buttter scar cream is wicked to
2006-10-23 06:56:31 · answer #7 · answered by lisa h 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
i suggest you use a spot cleaner to remove the scars. you may use ROYALLUZ
2006-10-23 07:05:18 · answer #8 · answered by princessluvv 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try witch hazel.
2006-10-27 03:06:06 · answer #9 · answered by Mags 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
sunscreen might help reduce the appearance but it takes time.
2006-10-23 06:55:40 · answer #10 · answered by christigmc 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋